The First Heretic by Aaron Dembski-Bowden

502 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous medium-paced
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A Horus Heresy novel Chastised by the Emperor, the Word Bearers set out on their own path - one that will eventually lead them to damnation and heresy and plunge the galaxy into war. READ IT BECAUSE The dramatic backstory to the Horus Heresy is...

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Community Reviews Summary of 324 reviews

Moods

dark 92%
adventurous 73%
tense 46%
sad 38%
emotional 30%
mysterious 19%
challenging 7%
inspiring 7%
reflective 7%
informative 3%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 40%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 34% | Character: 19%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 28% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 48% | No: 32% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 3% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.21

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